Goon Affiliated
Plies · 2010
55 min · 15 tracks · gangsta rap
Goon Affiliated melds gritty Southern beats with raw, unapologetic lyrics that capture the essence of street life and personal struggle.
Top tracks — play these first
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Go Live — This track sets the tone for the album with an energetic beat and a catchy hook, embodying Plies' lively Southern flair while inviting listeners into his world.
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Awesome — With its infectious rhythm, this track highlights Plies' charisma and ability to celebrate success amidst struggles, making it a standout anthem in his catalog.
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Becky — This song juxtaposes playful lyrics with bold confidence, showcasing Plies' unique ability to blend humor with hardcore themes prevalent in Southern hip-hop.
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Good Dick — A provocative track that exemplifies Plies' unapologetic approach to sexuality and relationships, it captures the rawness and realness he is known for.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively captures its themes through strong beats and engaging structures but lacks significant innovation.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of heavy bass lines and syncopated hi-hats, typical of Southern hip-hop production.
- Many tracks employ a call-and-response structure, particularly in the choruses, engaging listeners directly.
- Several songs incorporate spoken interludes that provide context to the lyrics, enhancing the narrative of street life.
- The sequencing includes multiple tracks with similar themes, creating a cohesive atmosphere but risking redundancy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo grooves throughout
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- gritty narratives for urban vibes
- party-ready tracks with energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek complex musical arrangements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2010, Plies was riding high on his commercial success, following the release of his previous albums 'The Real Testament' and 'Definition of Real'. 'Goon Affiliated' marked his fourth studio album, showcasing his signature style while solidifying his reputation in the Southern hip-hop scene. This release came during a peak in his career where he was known for both chart-topping hits and collaborations with prominent artists.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Boosie Badazz· Webbie· T.I.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Go Live 3:32
- 2 Rob Myself 4:03
- 3 Awesome 3:38
- 4 Bruh Bruh 3:25
- 5 Get My Niggas Out 3:41
- 6 Flaw 3:13
- 7 Becky 3:20
- 8 Kitty Kitty 3:32
- 9 Whatever I Say 3:16
- 10 Goonette 3:41
- 11 Good Dick 4:17
- 12 Model 3:48
- 13 Look Like 4:38
- 14 All I Know 3:30
- 15 She Got It Made 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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